Air Export Operator

WR Logistics; Colnbrook; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic logistics company is seeking an experienced Air Export Operator to manage air export shipments. The role includes handling customs clearance, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Join a supportive environment that values your expertise and offers career progression.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Additional day off for your birthday

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Manage air export shipments from booking to delivery.
• Ensure compliance with customs and aviation regulations.
• Liaise with airlines and customers for shipment coordination.

Responsibilities

• Handle customs clearance and export documentation.
• Track and monitor shipments, providing updates to customers.
• Build relationships with customers, suppliers, and agents.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

3 years experience in air export freight forwarding

Tools

CargoWise

ASM

Job description

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Base pay range

Air Export Freight Forwarder

Slough


Salary: Up to £35,000

Are you an experienced Air Export Operator looking to manage shipments from start to finish in a dynamic and growing company?

Do you want to work in an environment that values your expertise and offers genuine career progression?

Our client is known for delivering tailored global logistics solutions with a personal touch. With a strong presence worldwide, committed to providing exceptional service to our customers and empowering our people to succeed.

What We Offer:

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Additional day off for your birthday

Opportunities for career progression and development

A supportive, friendly working environment

And more!The Role:

As an Air Export Freight Forwarder, you will be responsible for handling air export shipments from booking through to final delivery, ensuring all operational and compliance requirements are met. Your key duties will include:

Managing the full air export process, including customs clearance and export documentation

Liaising with airlines, overseas agents, hauliers, and customers to coordinate shipments

Handling dangerous good shipments and ensuring the documentation is in line with custom requirements.

Preparing and processing export documentation in line with customs and aviation regulations

Tracking and monitoring shipments, providing regular updates to customers

Building and maintaining strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and agentsWhat we're Looking For:

Minimum 3 years' experience in air export freight forwarding operations

Strong understanding of export customs procedures and compliance

Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Experience with freight forwarding or customs software (e.g., CargoWise, ASM) is desirableThis is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking company, where you can make a real impact and grow your career.

#AirExport #FreightForwarding #Customs #ExportOperations

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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